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31/05/2026

Join us in Perth in August:

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29/05/2026

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Officeworks recently announced plans to offshore hundreds of corpor...

28/05/2026

Retail is rapidly evolving, especially local indie retail.

Successful small business owners are increasingly turning to technology to gain a competitive edge.

At newsXpress, we are leading this change by integrating various artificial intelligence (AI) tools into our daily operations. This video discusses the significant role AI plays in modern retail and how we support our members in leveraging these powerful resources.

Retail is rapidly evolving, especially local indie retail. Succes...

28/05/2026

What is the best way to display greeting cards in a newsagency or card shop?

What is the best way to display greeting cards in a newsagency or c...

27/05/2026

Every independent retailer seeks more customers. While physical storefront elements like window displays, deliberate layout choices, and standard social media advertising remain important, several basic digital practices can significantly improve local visibility. Embracing these activities allows local shops to be discovered easily by shoppers actively searching for specific goods in the local area.

Every independent retailer seeks more customers. While physical storefront elements like window displays, deliberate layout choices, and standard social medi...

27/05/2026

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26/05/2026

It's a question we hear: why are newsagency businesses exiti8ng shopping centres? In this video we set out to answer it.

Independent retail is shifting in Australia, particularly regarding the presence of traditional newsagencies within major shopping centres. While these centres historically provided a steady stream of foot traffic, small business owners face evolving challenges that make high-street locations far more appealing.

The financial burden of operating in a shopping centre is a primary driver for this shift. High lease costs extend beyond renting the physical space. Retailers are often subject to mandatory centre cleaning fees and significant marketing contributions. In many cases, these marketing initiatives fail to drive relevant traffic to newsagency businesses, resulting in a low return on investment.

It's a question we hear: why are newsagency businesses exiti8ng shopping centres? In this video we set out to answer it.Independent retail is shifting in Aus...

25/05/2026

Visual merchandising plays a vital role in independent retail for sure. we see it every day in the retailers we work with here at newsXpress.

How products look directly influences how customers interact with your products. When selling photo frames, a traditional presentation often involves displaying them empty. However, this approach relies entirely on the customer's imagination to see the product's potential value. A more effective approach is to display frames with carefully selected imagery.

Displaying an empty frame only draws attention to the structural border. By inserting an engaging image, you transform the product. Customers immediately notice the central image, with the frame serving to complement it. This shift in presentation creates a more compelling visual experience and can trigger immediate gift-giving ideas. A well-chosen image can inspire a customer to purchase the item for a friend, family member, or a specific occasion. An empty frame rarely sparks that same immediate connection.

Visual merchandising plays a vital role in independent retail for sure. we see it every day in the retailers we work with here at newsXpress.How products loo...

24/05/2026

Winter is a notoriously quiet period for small retail businesses. Many retailers experience severe cash flow challenges during this season. It is easy to find reasons to complain about tough trading conditions. Current economic pressures and tax changes create a subdued mood. Global events are also increasing the landing costs of your retail goods.

However, complaining is not an effective business strategy. It will not improve your sales or marketing. If you continue doing the same things as last year, your results will not change. You must take proactive business steps to survive the slump.

This video introduces a practical resource created for newsXpress and independent retailers.

Winter is a notoriously quiet period for small retail businesses. M...

22/05/2026

Advice for any retailer or small business owner:

Operating an independent retail business can often feel overwhelmin...